Matcha Coconut Cream Protein Smoothie

Why This Works for Intermittent Fasting

This smoothie is built on coconut cream and collagen, delivering a high-fat, moderate-protein combination that keeps insulin low and hunger at bay for hours. Matcha provides a slow, steady release of caffeine alongside L-theanine — a calming amino acid that sharpens focus without the jitteriness of coffee. It is an ideal first meal when you break a 16- or 18-hour fast and want something satisfying without overloading your digestive system all at once.

Ingredients

• ½ cup (120 ml) full-fat coconut cream, chilled
• ½ cup (120 ml) cold water or unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tsp ceremonial or culinary-grade matcha powder
• 1 scoop (25 g) unflavored collagen peptides or vanilla whey protein (no added sugar)
• 1 tsp MCT oil
• ½ tsp pure vanilla extract (unsweetened)
• Pinch of sea salt
• 5–6 ice cubes
• Stevia or monk fruit sweetener to taste (optional)

Instructions

1. Add the chilled coconut cream and cold water (or almond milk) to a blender.
2. Sift in the matcha powder to avoid clumps, then add the collagen peptides and MCT oil.
3. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt.
4. Drop in the ice cubes.
5. Blend on high for 45–60 seconds until smooth and frothy.
6. Taste and add stevia or monk fruit sweetener if desired, then blend for another 10 seconds.
7. Pour into a tall glass, dust a little extra matcha over the top, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Per Serving

Fasting Compatibility

Best for: 16:8, 18:6, OMAD. This smoothie is calorie-dense enough to satisfy genuine hunger after a long fast while keeping carbohydrates extremely low — which means insulin stays stable and you remain in or near a fat-burning state throughout your eating window. The combination of coconut fat, MCT oil, and collagen also supports satiety, making it easier to maintain a smaller eating window without feeling deprived.

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